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Giveaway- Rag Rugs, Pillows, and More: over 30 ways to upcycle fabric for the home

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Giveaway- Rag Rugs, Pillows, and More: over 30 ways to upcycle fabric for the home

Leave a comment in today’s post by December 23, 2016 and you are in the running for this pretty rag rug technique and project book.

Open to U. S. residents only please.

“In this stunning new book, young crafter Elspeth Jackson reinvents the old (and somewhat forgotten) technique of rag rugging to create contemporary and sustainable homeware items from leftover fabrics.

You’ll be amazed at how simple and enjoyable it is to upcycle old and well-loved garments into beautiful rugs, pillows, artworks, bags, and other gifts, using just a few basic tools and some simple techniques. The book is arranged into three chapters: Home includes a selection of projects for fun and easy rugs in a range of colors and styles, as well as a shaggy pillow, draft excluder, wall hanging, and chalkboard frame. Gifts has wonderful ideas for unique items that you can make for friends and family, from a clutch bag to flower hair clips and even a brooch. Finally, Seasonal will inspire you to turn your strips of fabric into decorations and gifts to use at certain times of the year, from a rag-rugged heart for Valentine’s Day, to an unusual spring wreath, and some gorgeous Christmas baubles. With lavish color photographs and clear, step-by-step instructions and artworks, crafters of all ages will enjoy making these projects. A comprehensive section at the start of the book covers everything you need to know about which fabrics to choose, what tools you will need, and what the essential techniques are, allowing you to discover how to update this traditional craft with endless possibilities of color and fabric”

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  3. I’ve always wanted to do this. My Grandparent’s house was pre-Revolutionary War and full of all that decor. Real rag rugs were everywhere–the entry, the hearth, by the cold floor next to the beds…

  6. I have been wanting to make a rag rug but needing some guidance. This book sounds like the perfect answer.

  9. This would be a good use of my fabric stash! My grandmother’s rag rugs are wearing out, and I’ve enjoyed looking at them through the years. It would be nice to learn and make.

  11. Scrap rugs are a favorite of mine. Would love some inspiration!

    from wind-swept VT,
    the Vermonster

  17. My Mom always had one of these at the kitchen sink and I always thought it would be fun to make one for my kitchen. Now that I am retired you would think I’d have more time. This book might finally get me inspired to make one for me or maybe a few for gifts too. Thanks for the chance!

  22. I love rag rugs, brings back memories of my Grandma’s home; she made them and had them everywhere. I would love to make them too. Thank you.

  24. I’ve always been interested in making rugs out of unwanted and no longer used clothing. I think it will be a very relaxing experience. Even better to learn from a book with pictures, examples and directions. Thank you for this opportunity.
    Jeri [email protected]

  27. A got to do project for the winter and a great way to use up my scrap fabric stash, I’d love the chance to win! Thanks for all your ideas, Merry Christmas!

  28. I would love an opportunity at winning this incredible fabric craft book! Sounds like I can do several great crafts together with my two grandkids. I’m always looking for several different crafts for us to do together.

  39. I think rag rugs never go out of style. I would love to learn more about the process. Thank you for your generosity, with these give aways.
    Lisa Jackson

  40. My Daughter crochets rugs from t-shirt yarn! I would LOOOOVE this Book!! I would love to use my stash & make some great rag rugs for my old Farmhouse! 🙂 Thank you for chance to win it!!

  43. Rag rugs bring back wonderful memories of my grandmother! So glad to see how they are still popular and now even more modern! Would love to win the book and see her take on a classic…

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